Postdoctoral Researcher
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Research/Development
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Research Scientist
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About
The Purdue-Technion Quantum Postdoctoral Fellowship seeks top applicants to conduct quantum-focused, fundamental research projects under joint mentorship from principal investigators (PIs) from Purdue University and the Technion– Israel Institute of Technology. Awardees will split their time equally at each institution. Key topics of interest in Quantum Science and Engineering include but are not limited to:
- Quantum metrology: study of making high-resolution and highly sensitive measurements of physical parameters using quantum theory to describe the physical systems,particularly exploiting quantum entanglement and quantum squeezing.
- Quantum materials: materials that present strongelectronic correlations(or some type of electronic order) such assuperconductingor magnetic orders, or whose electronic properties are linked tonon-genericquantum effects –topological insulators,Dirac electron systems; systems whose collective properties are governed by genuinely quantum behavior, such asultra-cold atoms, coldexcitons,polaritons.
- Quantum devices: solid-state systems for advancing quantum computation, communication, and sensing.
- Quantum simulations/cold atom research: study of aquantum systemin a programmable fashion to solve specific physicsproblems; experimental platforms may include systems ofultracold quantum gases, polar molecules, trapped ions, photonic systems, quantum dots, and superconducting circuits.
Individuals must be able to start the postdoctoral research before January 12, 2026. Applicants must have already completed their Ph.D. or be able to complete it before they start the program.
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Program Structure
Awardees will have two primary co-advisors, one a faculty member at Purdue and one a faculty member at the Technion. Additional co-advisors from either university may also participate in the project as appropriate.
Awardees will be guaranteed two full years of support on a full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship. Fifty percent placement at each university is required, most likely sequential one-year terms, but alternate options are possible depending on the needs of the joint research project.
Research Project Topics
Applicants can (a) propose their own innovative research proposal and list potential co-advisors, or (b) choose to develop their proposal based on research descriptions already posted by faculty on the program website. All proposals must have a quantum-related focus. In both cases, postdoctoral candidates are strongly encouraged to work with potential co-advisors to develop their research plan. Letters of support are required from both Purdue and Technion PIs as part of the application.
Potential faculty co-advisors are invited tosubmit brief 200 word descriptionsand information for their proposed topics.
- Quantum Sensing and Quantum Emitters in 2D Magnetic Semiconductors
- Photonic Time Crystals in the Quantum Regime
- Inverse-Designed Strong Electron-Photon Interactions for Quantum Information
- Space- and Time-Varying Photonics
- From Photonic Time Crystals to Quantum Light Sources
- Novel Quantum Phenomena with Emerging Photonic Materials
- Entangled Photons for Attosecond Science
- Synthesizing Novel Quantum Systems Using Trapped Atoms on a 2D Photonic Crystal
Awardees are appointed for a two-year term and receive a competitive stipend and benefits. A $10,000 grant is also provided for travel and relocation-related expenses.
Key Dates
March 01, 2025:Approved projects posted on program website
August 08, 2025:Selection committee finalized by center directors
August 22, 2025:Applicant selection completed by committee
September 01, 2025:Offers sent to selected applicants
September 15, 2025:Acceptance letters returned from awardees
August 22, 2025:Winners announced in joint news release
January 12, 2026:Cutoff date for awardees to begin fellowship
Application
Application materials must include the following items:
- Curriculum Vitae including list of publications.
- One-page research statement that includes goals and…
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